The only thing more overwhelming than planning a trip to a foreign country is navigating the area once you get there. Whether you’re heading out of the country for a family trip or you have a college student studying abroad this spring, these travel apps will make your life on the go worlds easier. You […]
People tend to have strong feelings about cruising. Some love that you can sample a variety of destinations and get your feet wet, rather than diving right into one place. Others get a sinking feeling about crowds, claustrophobia and constant buffets. If the thought of casinos and wacky shipboard activities makes you want to steer […]
Ever dream of overnighting in a castle? You can, while visiting the castle hotels of Europe. Germany has more castle hotels than anywhere in Europe. Not surprisingly, the land of the autobahn, where the auto was actually invented, is a great place to take a road trip. Combine Germany’s rich history and beautiful scenery with […]
Vacations shouldn’t be that much work, right? Planning that perfect getaway—a little adventure and a lot of relaxation—can be a challenge, especially when it’s for a family full of different interests. Our advice? Drive just two hours north, where there’s something for everyone in Kohler and Sheboygan. Family fun at The American Club Kohler has […]
Whether you’re struggling to stay under the 50-pound checked-item limit, or the increasingly common 15-pound carry-on limit, every ounce counts! The TravellingLight™ series by Sea to Summit offers maximum durability with minimal weight. What we love about this line: It’s feather light, yet outdoor trekker durable, thanks to Ultra-Sil™ fabric made from freakishly strong Cordura® […]
Oak Park shares tree-lined streets with the North Shore, but where we got the lake, they got Frank. That would be Frank Lloyd Wright, arguably the world’s most famous architect, who lived and worked in Oak Park from the beginning of his career until 1909. Signs of Wright’s influence are everywhere—starting with his own home […]
Some years you and your besties need a relaxing spa weekend sans kids and spouses, but some years, the girls crave a little excitement. Where to go? New York City. Here’s our guide on where to stay, what to do and where to eat in New York. Where to Stay New York hotels aren’t cheap, […]
When Italians immigrated to the United States, one of the areas that they settled in was Chicago’s Near West Side, now known as “Little Italy.”
Do you remember when you were growing up, and your mom or dad would say, in their mom or dad way, “Turn off the TV, and get outside! The fresh air will do you some good!” What we would once begrudgingly oblige to turns out to be some of the best advice our parents offered. […]
School’s out, you’ve hit all the Chicago hot spots, the beach is overcrowded, and you need new scenery. It’s time to revisit our cultural cousin to the north—Milwaukee, Wis. Long known for culinary wonders like beer, brats and frozen custard, the city is also a thriving arts and entertainment hub. It’s quietly becoming a nationally […]
